Juvenile Forensic Evaluations
Expert Juvenile Forensic Psychiatric Evaluations by Dr. John Wilson
Dr. John Wilson provides objective, comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for juvenile forensic matters in Philadelphia, the surrounding suburban areas, and across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Recognizing that the juvenile justice system requires a specialized approach, Dr. Wilson’s evaluations are grounded in an understanding of adolescent development, psychology, and the unique legal questions relevant to juvenile court.
Types of Juvenile Forensic Psychiatric Evaluations Offered:
Juvenile Competency to Proceed
Objective evaluations assessing an individual's current mental capacity to understand the legal proceedings against them and to assist their attorney in their defense. This type of assessment focuses on a defendant's present mental state rather than their mental state at the time of an alleged offense.
Juvenile Delinquency (Dispositional Evaluations)
Comprehensive assessments of a juvenile's mental health, social history, trauma, and risk factors to provide the court with recommendations for disposition, placement, and effective, developmentally-appropriate treatment.
Juvenile Decertification / Waiver to Adult Court
In-depth evaluations assessing a youth’s psychological maturity, sophistication, treatment needs, and amenability to rehabilitation within the juvenile system. These assessments provide critical information to courts considering whether to transfer a juvenile case to the adult criminal justice system.
Firearms Rights Restoration
Impartial evaluations conducted to assess an individual's mental health and risk factors as they relate to the safe possession of firearms, often required for petitions to restore gun rights.
Court-Ordered Evaluations
Evaluations of an individual's mental health needs, amenability to treatment, and specific therapeutic recommendations as ordered by the court. This often includes assessments to determine a defendant's eligibility and suitability for specialized programs like Mental Health Courts or other pre-trial diversionary programs.
Partner with an Experienced Psychiatrist
​For attorneys seeking a reliable, professional, and knowledgeable psychiatric expert, Dr. Wilson is committed to providing high-quality, impactful evaluations. His understanding of the legal context ensures that his reports are a valuable asset to your case.